Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ section answers many questions on the Palo Blanco Ranch community, regarding the land for sale, architectural services, construction, the waterfalls park, the scenic gazebos, HOA, services, and much more.
Yes, there will be a daily shuttle bus service for residents 3 times a day:
- 8am
- 1pm
- 5pm
It is a 20-minute drive with stops at Playa Dorada, Jumbo Mall, drives along the Malecon beaches, and into the heart of the historic district. The bus stops at designated locations for 15 minutes to allow time for those who need to be picked up to return to Palo Blanco Ranch.
Local resources are available at the Puerto Plata DR website, specially the government information section. You can find useful data and contacts on:
- Health Care Services
- Travel Information
- DR Immigration
- Security Services
- Emergency Services
- Government Services
- Puerto Plata Tours Guide
Yes, the base HOA fee is $150.00/month and covers garbage pick up, security, common areas lighting, water, and access to the fitness center. The first year of ownership is HOA- free for buyers of phase 1.
Yes, you can use your own architect to build in your lot. Palo Blanco Ranch offers design and construction services but it is not mandatory.
The gazebos at Palo Blanco Ranch will feature hilltop vistas with hammocks and chairs, so residents can enjoy several vantage points with ocean and mountain views. This ensures that every single resident will have access to the best of the community even if they buy in the lower grounds.
Palo Blanco Ranch is a residential community developed on a hilltop farm land overlooking Puerto Plata, in the North Dominican Republic. The elevated (250+ ft) grounds allow for some of the most breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and the mountains, making this one of the top off the beaten path spots to own a private home.
The lots at Palo Blanco costs less when compared to what residents would pay in town. The average size is 3,000 m2 at about half the price of city lots. This community was designed for those who prefer cleaner air, nicer vistas and more space to live, closer to nature. The community has a river in the lower grounds, with several natural waterfalls that make it unique in the region.
Palo Blanco Ranch is 100% Dominican managed and owned. This family land was signed into a development deal through the real estate agency at Golden Treasures Real Estate.
Yes, Palo Blanco Ranch residents can buy direct from the organic farm, which will have a local market with the farm’s organic produce. The market will also have essentials for everyday needs that residents will not have to go buy in a supermarket, much like a small 7 eleven store, the Dominican way.
Palo Blanco sits about 20-22 minutes away from Playa Dorada Beach. Add 7 more minutes and you reach Long Beach past the Jumbo shopping mall, turning right. The commercial center of Puerto Plata on Luis Ginebra Avenue sits right there, also the schools, churches, medical centers, historic district, the Taino Bay cruise ship port and lots of restaurants and amenities. Landmark locations Sosua Beach and Cabarete Beach sit 35 minutes away from the ranch.
Yes, Palo Blanco Ranch will have a club house restaurant with a 360-degree panoramic view of the Ocean and mountain vistas surrounding the community. The Club house will have a circular swimming pool with access bridges to reach inside the club. Also there will be a fitness center with vistas of the waterfalls, a first in the island and perhaps the Caribbean.
Yes, the Waterfalls Park is open free of charge to residents of the Palo Blanco Community.
Palo Blanco has a secluded, off the beaten path location in private land with private security. There is also CCTV in various areas and guard posts; also natural barriers that truly keep it naturally guarded against unwanted visits.
Yes, for WiFi we recommend Starlink via satellite, that provides reliable 200 mbps speeds. The cost in the island is low, USD$50.00 /month after the initial set up fees.
Yes, Palo Blanco Ranch has access to the city power grid, also solar and emergency generator.
Palo Blanco sits at the heart of a large aquifer, fed by the Yasica River ( the largest in the North DR). There is plenty of clean underground water, which will be treated and served to all the homes in the community.
Palo Blanco is located in Tubagua, Puerto Plata. This region sits on the Turistica Highway, the gorgeous scenic road that leads to Santiago. It only takes about 7-8 minutes driving up the hill to reach the entrance to Palo Blanco.
Palo Blanco is a gated community in the order of a ranch, as there are gated areas and other zones that have natural barriers such as hills. The community is organized into phases, and each will have security guarding the grounds.
